The average train between Galway and Portlaoise takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Portlaoise. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Galway and Portlaoise. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Portlaoise at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Galway to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Portlaoise station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Galway to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.
The distance between Galway and Portlaoise is 119.7 km. The road distance is 156 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Portarlington every 2 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 2h 8m.